The benefits of cilantro health

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Cilantro is so familiar that we no longer perceive it, on your table something special. However, the coriander not only improve the taste of the food, but like many creations of nature, improves our health and prolongs life.

In fact, cilantro is called coriander. Cilantro we used to call the stem and leaves of the plant. Cilantro for centuries was used extensively in the cooking of many Nations, and particularly in the Caucasus. However, in addition to the wonderful flavor of the cilantro has a healthy composition.

Here are some diseases in which useful properties of coriander will provide the healing action.

The health of the heart. Dietary fiber, essential oils, vitamins and antioxidants in cilantro, will have a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular system. The use of cilantro helps to reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) and even reduce the clogging of blood vessels due to atherosclerotic plaques.

Cilantro contains large amounts of potassium and relatively low in sodium, making it the ideal choice for people with hypertension. This combination of electrolytes that helps control blood pressure and heart rate.

Sugar levels. Cilantro also has the "antidiabetic" properties. The substances contained in the green coriander is able to effectively regulate and stabilize blood sugar levels, due to the ratio of sodium and potassium.

Digestion and detoxification. Cilantro can relieve nausea and upset stomach by stimulating fermentation in the gastrointestinal tract. It also helps to activate the intestinal peristalsis, reduce bloating and flatulence.

The cilantro contains "complexing" agent is able to excrete a variety of toxins and heavy metals. It binds with the toxins and gets into the lymphatic system, through which they are subsequently excreted.

Antibacterial action. Cilantro also has antimicrobial activity against the Salmonella. The use of cilantro helps oral hygiene and prevention of gingivitis.

Relieves inflammation. Cilantro also boasts anti-inflammatory properties. In other words, the cilantro will be just great for pain relief and discomfort, especially for arthritis. In addition, with powerful antioxidant properties, cilantro assists in the prevention of oxidative stress in cells. Substances from the cilantro, reduce the level of free radicals, which reduces the level of systemic inflammation, the risk of chronic disease and cancer and slows the aging process.

Soothing. Cilantro has a slight relaxing effect on the muscles and nervous system. This is especially important under stress. The high content of magnesium and vitamin b also has a beneficial effect on the nervous system, helps to calm down and go to sleep.

 

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